David Frost - Actor Profile

David Frost

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
39Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 7, 1939
Birth Place: Tenterden, England, UK

About David Frost

David Frost (7 April 1939 – 31 August 2013) was an English television presenter, journalist and writer.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

David Frost Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of David Frost reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of David Frost's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 59% of David Frost's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best David Frost Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from David Frost's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral (2006) movie poster
★9.0

Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral: Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, and a choir sing Christmas music, and in between selections, David Frost narrates a hist

Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral

2006•Documentary
★9.0
Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage (1994) movie poster
★9.0

Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage: A study of Tennessee Williams's life and work as a whole, ranging from his youth in Mississippi and in St. Louis to succ

Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage

1994•Documentary
★9.0
Spitting Image: Down And Out In The White House (1986) movie poster
★9.0

Spitting Image: Down And Out In The White House: A secret cabal of celebrities plots to dominate the US government by running Sylvester Stallone as President.

Spitting Image: Down And Out In The White House

1986•Comedy
★8.5
Frost on Sketch Shows (2013) movie poster
★8.5

Frost on Sketch Shows: Sir David Frost traces the development of the sketch show over the last fifty years, from variety theatre to primetime t

Frost on Sketch Shows

2013•Documentary
★8.2
2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (2022) movie poster
★8.2

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: The 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Microsoft Theate

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

2022•Music

Full Filmography

Every movie David Frost has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Twiggy Self (archival footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 The Martha Mitchell Effect Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2021 Paul McCartney At The BBC Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Truman & Tennessee: An Intimate Conversation Self - TV Host (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2017 Maria by Callas Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2015 Sunshine Superman Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2014 The Battle for Britain's Breakfast Self Flop Similar →
2013 Sir David Frost: That Was the Life That Was Self/Archival Footage Flop Similar →
2013 Gore Vidal: The United States of Amnesia Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Frost on Sketch Shows Self - Presenter Super Hit Similar →
2012 Palme Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2010 The Day John Lennon Died Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 The Rolling Stones: Fade Away - The US TV Appearances 1964-1969 Self Flop Similar →
2008 Marty Feldman: Six Degrees of Separation Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral Self (Telecast Only) Super Hit Similar →
2005 Inside Elton's World Self Hit Similar →
2004 Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove' Self Average Similar →
2004 Indira Gandhi: The Death of Mother India (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2002 Peter Cook: At a Slight Angle to the Universe Self Flop Similar →
2001 When Boxing Ruled The World Self Flop Similar →
2000 Elizabeth Taylor: A Musical Celebration Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 The Unknown Peter Sellers Self Super Hit Similar →
1998 Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Some Interesting Facts About Peter Cook Self Super Hit Similar →
1994 Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage Self Super Hit Similar →
1987 Spitting Image: The 1987 Movie Awards Self Flop Similar →
1986 Titanic: The Nightmare and the Dream Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1986 Spitting Image: Down And Out In The White House Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Thirteen at Dinner Self (uncredited) Average Similar →
1985 Night of 100 Stars II Self Super Hit Similar →
1983 James Bond: The First 21 Years Self Hit Similar →
1981 This Is Your Life: 30th Anniversary Special Host Flop Similar →
1977 Frost/Nixon: The Original Watergate Interviews Self Hit Similar →
1974 The Rumble in the Jungle: George Foreman vs. Muhammad Ali Commentator Super Hit Similar →
1971 Fight of the Century Self-(Audience Member) Flop Similar →
1970 Petula Self Flop Similar →
N/A Ross Perot: Straight Talk Self Flop Similar →
1963 The V.I.P.s Reporter Average Similar →

David Frost - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of David Frost?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring David Frost is "Christmas with Kiri Te Kanawa: Carols from Coventry Cathedral" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has David Frost acted in?

David Frost has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by David Frost?

Other notable films include "Tennessee Williams: Orpheus of the American Stage", "Spitting Image: Down And Out In The White House", and "Frost on Sketch Shows".

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